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Faster
2010 98 min United States of America R 18+
★6.0
Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller
Director: George Tillman Jr.
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Description
After 10 years in prison, Driver is now a free man with a single focus - hunting down the people responsible for brutally murdering his brother.
Budget:
$24M
US Gross:
$23.24M
Worldwide:
$23.08M
Starring
Dwayne Johnson
Actor
Billy Bob Thornton
Actor
Maggie Grace
Actor
Awards
5 nominations total
Key opinion
Faster is a polarizing low-budget revenge thriller that occupies a middle ground between 90s action homage and a character-driven crime drama. While the film is praised for Dwayne Johnson's unexpected dramatic range and a strong supporting cast, it is frequently criticized for its predictable script, lack of sustained action, and uneven pacing.
| Acting | Dwayne Johnson delivers a surprisingly emotive and grounded performance that marks a departure from his typical comedic roles. | |
| Acting | The supporting performances, particularly those of Billy Bob Thornton and Oliver Jackson-Cohen, are competent and provide necessary weight to the ensemble. | |
| Screenplay | The plot relies heavily on genre clichés and a transparent revenge premise, failing to provide substantial narrative surprises. | |
| Pacing | Audiences are divided on the film's action content: some appreciate the grit and style of the shootouts, while others find the lack of high-octane sequences and car chases disappointing for the genre. | |
| Direction | The directorial choice to utilize a stylized, rapid-fire visual aesthetic creates a sense of unease and discomfort that disrupts the viewing experience for some. |